It sounds like you have exceeded a maximum file name length restriction. When you move these back and forth, how deep is the pathname you are using? For example, if you move the files to C and back, do you get the same result as if you move it to CProfiles\Your-User-Name-\My Documents\filepath1\filepath2....

I *think* Windows restricts you to 256 chars total, including the leading pathname. Could this be the issue?

Interesting. I just tried it with Office:mac 2004, and Word. I saved a file with a filename that was about 76 characters long, with no issues.

There must be a compatibility option turned on somewhere in your set up that needs to be turned off. I found several compatibility settings in Word''s Preferences, but haven't had a chance to go through them. I would recommend hunting there. It will definitely allow you to save >31 char filenames (at least Office:mac 2004 will - what version are you running?).

Microsoft created the "New" Office X from the old Office 2001, which was limited to 31 characters because it was designed for Mac OS 9. When they came out with Office X, they didn't bother to update the code.

They didn't fix it until Office 2004, for which they charged another upgrade fee.

Microsoft created the "New" Office X from the old Office 2001, which was limited to 31 characters because it was designed for Mac OS 9. When they came out with Office X, they didn't bother to update the code.

They didn't fix it until Office 2004, for which they charged another upgrade fee.

Thanks Technologist

At least I know what I need to do to remedy the situation - pay Micro****e a ton of money!

Thanks for all the help guys - this forum is an essential tool for noobs to the wonderful world of Mac like me :dummy: